Y26.XXXS

Exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent, sequela

Billable / specific

Y26.XXXS is a billable, specific ICD-10-CM code that can be used to indicate a diagnosis for reimbursement purposes in FY2027.

Inclusion terms

Includes (from Y26)

  • Note: This chapter permits the classification of environmental events and circumstances as the cause of injury, and other adverse effects. Where a code from this section is applicable, it is intended that it shall be used secondary to a code from another chapter of the Classification indicating the nature of the condition. Most often, the condition will be classifiable to Chapter 19, Injury, poisoning and certain other consequences of external causes (S00-T88). Other conditions that may be stated to be due to external causes are classified in Chapters I to XVIII. For these conditions, codes from Chapter 20 should be used to provide additional information as to the cause of the condition.

7th character

The 7th character values that apply to this code (defined at Y26). Use the placeholder "X" for missing positions.

CharacterMeaning
Ainitial encounter
Dsubsequent encounter
Ssequela

Parent code

  • Y26Exposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intentNeeds 7th char

Related codes

  • Y26.XXXAExposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent, initial encounterBillable
  • Y26.XXXDExposure to smoke, fire and flames, undetermined intent, subsequent encounterBillable

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